Appeal Launched to Bring Life-Saving Baby Saver to Chatsworth

Photo Credit: Isiaiah 45 Children’s Sanctuary

The initiative aims to provide mothers who feel unable to care for their newborns with a safe, last-resort option rather than leaving babies in dangerous circumstances.

Durban, South Africa (10 November 2026) – A fundraising campaign has been launched to establish a Baby Saver in Chatsworth following the tragic discovery of a newborn baby who was found dead on a staircase in the area a few weeks ago.

The heartbreaking incident has renewed calls for safe alternatives for mothers who find themselves in crisis and feel unable to care for their babies.

Isiaiah 54 Children’s Sanctuary is behind the appeal and already operates a Baby Saver called Symbio and is now hoping to extend its work to Chatsworth.

A Baby Saver provides a secure, designated place where a newborn can be safely surrendered, allowing the child to receive immediate attention and care. It is intended as a last-resort option for mothers who may otherwise feel they have nowhere to turn.

In its fundraising appeal, the organisation reflected on visiting the staircase where the baby was found, questioning whether the outcome might have been different if a safe surrender facility had been available nearby.

While the tragedy cannot be undone, the campaign hopes to prevent similar incidents by creating another place where vulnerable babies can be left safely.

The organisation is appealing to the public for financial contributions to help establish the Chatsworth facility. Every donation, regardless of size, will bring the project closer to becoming a reality.

Those who are unable to contribute financially are also encouraged to share the appeal to help spread awareness and reach potential supporters.

Should the campaign raise more than the amount needed for the Chatsworth facility, the additional funds will go towards establishing another Baby Saver in a community where one is urgently needed.

See the fundraising campaign here.